Hillsdale, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hillsdale, Indiana
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The Hillsdale Steps, a community landmark
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Vermillion County's location in Indiana
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 Hillsdale, Indiana
Location in Vermillion County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Vermillion |
| Township | Helt |
| Established | 1873 |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47854
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 436218 |
Hillsdale is a small place in Indiana, USA, that isn't officially a town or city. It's called an unincorporated community. You can find it in Helt Township, which is part of Vermillion County.
History of Hillsdale
Hillsdale got its start a long time ago. A post office opened here in 1872, which means people were already living and sending mail from this spot. The community itself was officially planned out in 1873.
Hillsdale was named because it's built on a hill! The first businesses were located at the bottom of the hill, close to the railroad. But most of the homes were built higher up. To make it easier for people to walk between the businesses and their homes, the famous Hillsdale Steps were built in 1903. These steps helped connect the two parts of the community.
Where is Hillsdale?
Hillsdale is located at 39°46′55″N 87°23′18″W / 39.78194°N 87.38833°W. It sits on the western side of the Wabash River. This river is an important waterway in Indiana.
Fun Facts About Hillsdale
Did you know that Hillsdale was featured in a movie? The 1994 children's film Blank Check was set in a fictional version of Hillsdale. In the movie, Hillsdale seemed like a big city, which is very different from the real community. However, the movie wasn't actually filmed in Indiana; it was shot in and around Austin, Texas.
